Case Closed: Danger on the Dig

In this interactive adventure, readers join the Las Pistas Detective Agency on their first international case at an archaeological dig in Greece. Tasked with safeguarding the legendary Necklace of Harmonia, rumored to grant eternal youth, Carlos and his friends navigate booby-trapped catacombs and face a skilled adversary intent on stealing the treasure. Readers make choices throughout the story, determining which suspects to interview, questions to ask, and clues to follow, ultimately deciding the outcome of the mystery.

Recommendation: This engaging and humorous novel is recommended for readers aged 8–12 who enjoy interactive mysteries where they can influence the story's direction. Lauren Magaziner delivers a compelling narrative that combines adventure, puzzles, and humor, making it an excellent choice for young detectives.​

Ideal for:

• Middle-grade readers interested in choose-your-own-adventure-style books​
• Fans of interactive mysteries and puzzle-solving​
• Readers who enjoy fast-paced, humorous stories with diverse characters​

Similar Reads:

• Choose Your Own Adventure series by various authors​
• The 39 Clues series by various authors​
• The Mysterious Benedict Society by Trenton Lee Stewart​

Stylistic Features:

• Second-person narrative that directly involves the reader in decision-making​
• Multiple story paths and endings based on reader choices​
• Integration of puzzles and clues that engage critical thinking​

Content Warnings: The novel includes scenarios involving booby traps and perilous situations, all presented in a lighthearted and age-appropriate manner.